University of Pretoria
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Institution Info
- Founded
- 1908
- Type
- 4-Year University
- Students
- 50,000 students
- Faculty
- 3,600
- Website
- https://www.up.ac.za/
About
Rankings
| Source | Year | Rank | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| QS | 2026 | QS #362 · Ranked | 40.90 |
| THE | 2026 | THE #588 · Ranked | 44.18 |
| UNIRANKS | 2026 | UniRanks #597 · Ranked | 82.67 |
Research Output via OpenAlex
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of Pretoria's global ranking?
University of Pretoria is ranked #597 globally according to the UniRanks aggregated ranking. Within South Africa, it holds the #6 position.
When was University of Pretoria founded?
University of Pretoria was founded in 1908, making it 118 years old. It is one of the established institutions in South Africa.
How many students attend University of Pretoria?
University of Pretoria has a student body of approximately 50,000 students. The student-to-faculty ratio is approximately 13:1.
What is University of Pretoria's research output?
University of Pretoria has produced 92,001 research publications with 2,970,913 total citations and an h-index of 400, according to OpenAlex data.